How to Make Southwestern Breakfast Burrito - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breakfast burritos are a popular Tex-Mex dish that offers a hearty and satisfying start to your day. Bursting with savory flavors and packed with protein, these handheld meals are a favorite among those who enjoy a hearty breakfast on the go. The Southwestern Breakfast Burrito is a twist on the classic breakfast burrito, incorporating bold flavors and ingredients commonly found in Southwestern cuisine.

With its roots in the American Southwest, this breakfast burrito features ingredients l...

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Ingredients

  • 2 low carb whole wheat tortillas
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons cream
  • 1 pinch salt and white pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ tablespoon butter
  • 1 ½ tablespoons salsa, chunky style
  • 2 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 breakfast burritos

  • In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the cream, salsa, cumin and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • In a non stick skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter and then scramble the eggs. Just before they are set, add the cheese and fold-in until it begins to melt.
  • Lay the tortillas on a flat surface. Divide the eggs equally between the two and place on the bottom third of each tortilla. Fold the bottom third over tucking in. Fold in the two sides and then roll up. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    388 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 430mg
    • Sodium: 595mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 274mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 215mg